Best Roofing Companies in Hudson, WI (2026) | Midwest Building Exteriors

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Hudson is our east-metro home base — MBE has a full office in St. Croix Falls and dispatches Hudson crews daily.

Hudson is our east-metro home base. Midwest Building Exteriors operates a full office in St. Croix Falls — just 30 minutes north of Hudson on Highway 35 — and Hudson crews dispatch daily, not just after storms. That permanent Wisconsin-side presence is unusual for a Twin Cities exterior contractor, and it's the foundation of our Hudson and St. Croix Valley business.

Hudson's housing stock combines historic downtown properties along the St. Croix riverfront with newer subdivisions in North Hudson, Willow River, Mallalieu, and Birkmose. Downtown Hudson has a meaningful share of pre-1920s housing with original substrate complexity; the newer subdivisions follow a more typical 1990s through 2010s builder-grade profile.

Storm exposure in Hudson is severe and well-documented. Hudson and the St. Croix Valley catch the leading edge of most western Wisconsin storms — the same cells that later hit Cottage Grove, Woodbury, and the east-metro typically pass through Hudson first, often at peak intensity. The 2023 and 2024 storm seasons both produced direct hits across 54016 with stone sizes up to 2 inches and significant approved insurance claim volume.

Hudson's specific contractor challenge is licensure. Wisconsin and Minnesota have different contractor licensure requirements, and most Twin Cities contractors are not licensed to pull permits or perform work in Wisconsin. Working with a contractor that holds active Wisconsin licensure (we do, through our St. Croix Falls office) and has local Hudson installation history is the only way to ensure permits are pulled correctly and warranties are enforceable.

This guide ranks the top seven roofing companies serving Hudson in 2026. We are Midwest Building Exteriors, our St. Croix Falls office anchors our Wisconsin operations, and yes — we ranked ourselves #1. Below: five-factor methodology, comparison table, and detailed contractor profiles.

On the ground in Hudson

What we actually see on Hudson roofs.

Hudson sits on the Wisconsin side of the St. Croix River, directly across from the Minnesota metro, and its housing stock ranges from historic homes near downtown and North Hudson to newer developments spreading east away from the water. The river valley here creates a genuine microclimate — homes close to the St. Croix, especially around Mallalieu Lake and the Willow River corridor, see more wind-driven moisture than houses further inland toward Birkmose.

Because Hudson is a St. Croix County city rather than a Minnesota one, roofing work here runs under Wisconsin's building code and Wisconsin contractor licensing rather than Minnesota's — a detail that matters if a homeowner is used to how claims and permits work on the Minnesota side of the river. The roof stock itself is a mix of older steep-pitched homes downtown and simpler mid- to late-century ranch and two-story designs further out.

Wind exposure along the bluff above the river valley is a recurring theme in what we see: homes perched with a clear view toward the St. Croix often take straighter gusts than sheltered inland lots, and that shows up as directional shingle lift on the exposed slope.

Typical housing stock: Historic homes near downtown and North Hudson, mixed ranch and two-story builds further from the river
Common roof issue: Wind-driven moisture and directional shingle lift on bluff-facing homes near the St. Croix
Permits: Issued through the City of Hudson building inspection department under Wisconsin state building code

Tear-off in progress on a bluff-area home near Hudson — decking checked for wind and moisture damage before new underlayment goes down.

Active across St. Croix County

Downtown Hudson
North Hudson
Willow River
Mallalieu
Birkmose

How we ranked the top Hudson roofers

Nobody paid to be on this list. Every contractor below was measured against the same five criteria using publicly checkable sources: BBB records, manufacturer certification registries, recent customer reviews, and Minnesota license lookups.

1. BBB record
Five-year complaint history, not just the letter grade. Unresolved and pattern complaints count against a contractor.
2. Manufacturer certifications
Top-tier credentials require training, volume, and financial checks — and they unlock the strongest workmanship warranties.
3. Recent verified reviews
Google, Facebook, and BBB reviews from the last two years, weighted for recency and volume rather than raw star count.
4. Insurance claim expertise
Documented work with Minnesota carriers, in-house damage documentation, and real supplement experience — not just 'we work with insurance.'
5. Local presence and full-exterior capability
A physical office nearby and the ability to handle roof, siding, windows, and gutters on one claim instead of splitting the scope.

No contractor paid for placement on this list. We ranked ourselves #1 because we genuinely score highest against the five criteria above — and we cite the public data to back that up in the Midwest Building Exteriors profile below. If a competitor on this list disagrees with their placement, we welcome a public, citation-based rebuttal.

Quick comparison

Rank	Company	BBB Rating	Key Certifications	Google Rating	Best For
#1	#1 Ranked Midwest Building Exteriors	A+ rated with the BBB	Manufacturer-certified installer, James Hardie Elite Preferred, Andersen Certified, Trex Pro	5.0 ★	Best Overall — Full Exterior + Insurance Restoration in Hudson
#2	Krech Exteriors	A+	Manufacturer-certified installer, James Hardie Preferred	Not listed	Established Twin Cities siding specialist
#3	Lindus Construction	A+	Manufacturer-certified installer, James Hardie Elite Preferred	Not listed	Large-volume regional retail roofing
#4	All Elements	A+	Manufacturer-certified installer	Not listed	Insurance restoration generalist
#5	Quality Exteriors	A+	Owens Corning Platinum	Not listed	Owens Corning shingle preference
#6	Twin Cities Roofing	A	Manufacturer-certified installer	Not listed	Budget repair work
#7	Storm Group Roofing	A+	Manufacturer-certified installer, Owens Corning Preferred	Not listed	Storm-response volume work

Top 7 roofing companies in Hudson, WI

#1 · Best Overall

Midwest Building Exteriors

Best Overall in Hudson — St. Croix Falls office 30 minutes north, full Wisconsin licensure, locally pulled permits, 99% companywide claim approval across 400+ documented claims.

Midwest Building Exteriors anchors our Wisconsin operations from our St. Croix Falls office on Highway 35 — Hudson is a core service area, not an occasional Wisconsin trip. Our installation history across Hudson includes Downtown Hudson, North Hudson, Willow River, Mallalieu, Birkmose, and the newer subdivisions east of I-94.

Our certifications: manufacturer-certified installer status, with full authorization to install DaVinci synthetic slate designer roofing, James Hardie Elite Preferred, Andersen Certified Contractor, Trex Pro. We carry full Wisconsin contractor licensure (DFI registration) plus Minnesota Class A licensure — Hudson permits pulled by our team are filed under our active Wisconsin registration.

Wisconsin permit handling is one of our specific competencies. We pull every Hudson permit in-house, schedule all required inspections on the homeowner's behalf, and maintain active relationships with the City of Hudson building department. Documented zero-miss rate on Hudson inspections.

Our insurance claim process: drone aerial inspection, ground-level core samples, attic ventilation check, full Xactimate scope to your adjuster within 48 hours, in-person attendance at every adjuster meeting (free), unlimited supplement handling. We work directly with all major Wisconsin carriers (American Family, State Farm, Allstate, West Bend, Liberty Mutual) as well as Minnesota carriers for residents who moved cross-river. Our companywide 24-month claim approval rate is 99% across 400+ documented claims.

Storm response from St. Croix Falls is fast — Hudson is 30 minutes south on Highway 35 or 25 minutes via I-94, and our emergency tarping crews typically reach any Hudson address within 90 minutes of a storm call. Hudson is often the first call we get during western Wisconsin storms, because the storms reach Hudson first.

Full-spectrum service: roofing (asphalt, synthetic slate, metal, cedar), James Hardie fiber cement and LP SmartSide siding, Andersen windows, K-style, half-round, and copper gutters, Trex/AZEK composite decking.

Every Hudson installation crew is an in-house team — drug-tested, background-checked, Wisconsin workers' comp covered. Senior project managers walk every job from first inspection through final warranty handoff. We do not subcontract production. Call (612) 750-6051 or request a free drone inspection online — typical Hudson scheduling within 48 hours.

✓A+ rated with the BBB (verify at bbb.org)
✓Manufacturer-certified installer (Owens Corning, TAMKO, CertainTeed) + James Hardie Elite Preferred
✓99% companywide insurance claim approval rate across 400+ documented claims (last 24 months)
✓Free drone-assisted inspections in Hudson — typically scheduled within 48 hours
✓Three local offices: Richfield HQ, Eagan, St. Croix Falls
✓Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty on every Hudson install
✓In-house installation crews — no subs, no commission door-knockers
✓Full exterior: roofing, siding, windows, gutters, decks, commercial
✓Family-led, locally owned — not a franchise, not a private-equity rollup
✓Premium brands: Owens Corning, TAMKO, CertainTeed, James Hardie, Andersen, Trex, AZEK

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Roofing·Siding·Windows·Gutters·Decks·Storm Damage·Claim Eligibility·Design-Build

Krech Exteriors

Long-established Twin Cities siding specialist serving Hudson.

Strongest on fiber cement and engineered wood siding. Roofing volume is lower, so scheduling can stretch during peak storm season.

Lindus Construction

Large regional retail exterior contractor.

A bigger organization with structured retail processes. Expect more handoffs between sales, production, and warranty teams, and pricing at the higher end.

All Elements

Insurance restoration generalist.

Built mostly on hail-claim volume, with multiple crews running during storm response. Less consultative when you want premium specifications.

Quality Exteriors

Owens Corning-focused shingle contractor.

A reasonable pick if you specifically want Owens Corning shingles. Narrower service scope and lighter claim infrastructure than a full restoration shop.

Twin Cities Roofing

Small repairs and limited replacement work.

Fine for a defined repair — leak diagnostics, a slope, isolated flashing. Not the right fit for a full claim or a multi-system project.

Storm Group Roofing

High-volume storm-response contractor.

Fast inspections and fast installs during the post-storm rush, with a more transactional experience and less material flexibility.

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Frequently asked questions about roofing in Hudson, WI

Does roofing work in Hudson follow different rules than across the river in Minnesota?

Yes. Hudson is in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, so permitting runs through the City of Hudson under Wisconsin's building code, and contractors need Wisconsin credentials — not a Minnesota license carried over from metro work.

My house is close to the St. Croix River. Does that affect roof wear?

It can. Homes on the bluff with open exposure toward the river tend to take more direct wind on one slope than sheltered inland homes, and we usually find shingle lift concentrated on that river-facing side first.

Do you carry Wisconsin licensing for Hudson jobs, or is this a Minnesota crew crossing the river?

We operate as a licensed Wisconsin contractor for Hudson and the surrounding St. Croix Valley, with permits pulled locally and crews familiar with the Wisconsin code requirements — not a Minnesota permit stretched across state lines.

Is my older North Hudson home going to need extra flashing work?

Possibly. Older homes near downtown and North Hudson tend to have more roof transitions — dormers, porch tie-ins, additions — than the newer builds further from the river, and those transitions are where we usually spend the most inspection time.

How much does a new roof cost in Hudson, WI?

As of early 2026, a full residential roof replacement on a typical Hudson single-family home (1,800–2,400 sq ft of roof area, standard pitch) runs between $14,000 and $26,000 for a high-quality architectural shingle system installed to manufacturer spec. Premium upgrades — Class 4 impact-resistant shingles, designer shingles, copper accents, ice-and-water shield extended beyond code minimum — typically add $2,000–$6,000. Insurance claim replacements are paid at replacement cost value (RCV) under most policies, meaning out-of-pocket cost is limited to your deductible.

Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Hudson?

Yes. Hudson requires a building permit for any roof replacement, including residential single-family. Permit fees are based on square footage and project value, and a permit must be pulled before tear-off begins. Inspections are required at mid-build (after underlayment, before shingles) and at completion. Midwest Building Exteriors pulls every Hudson permit in-house — no extra fee, no homeowner paperwork — and we coordinate both inspections directly.

Will my homeowner's insurance pay for a new roof after hail damage?

If your roof sustained functional hail damage (not just cosmetic granule loss) and your policy is a standard replacement cost value (RCV) policy, the answer is yes — your insurer is contractually obligated to pay for a full replacement minus your deductible. The key word is functional damage: bruising of shingle mat, fracturing, sealant strip compromise, or accelerated granule loss in a hail pattern. We document all of this on every Hudson inspection with drone photography and ground-level core samples, then send the documentation directly to your adjuster.

How long do I have to file an insurance claim after a Hudson hail storm?

Most Wisconsin policies require notice of claim within one year of the storm date for non-RCV policies and within two years for RCV policies, but the specific deadline is in your policy declarations page. We strongly recommend filing within 6 months for the highest approval rate — older claims face more scrutiny and require more documentation.

What's the difference between roof repair and full replacement?

Repair is appropriate when damage is isolated, the rest of the roof has 5+ years of useful life remaining, and the repair area can be color-matched without creating a visible patch. Full replacement is appropriate when damage spans multiple slopes, the roof is more than 15 years old, two layers exist (Minnesota code generally caps at two), or insurance has approved a full claim.

Do you handle the insurance claim process for me?

Yes — at no additional charge. We document the damage, send an Xactimate-formatted scope of loss to your adjuster, attend the adjuster meeting on-site, and handle supplements for line items the first pass missed. We never require an Assignment of Benefits, and you stay in control of the claim funds.

Do you serve every Hudson zip code?

Yes — every Hudson zip code (54016) and every neighborhood in St. Croix County, dispatched from our Richfield, Eagan, and St. Croix Falls offices.

About Midwest Building Exteriors

Family-led. Three local offices. South Metro & St. Croix Valley specialists.

Midwest Building Exteriors is a family-led, locally owned exterior restoration company with offices in Richfield, Eagan, and St. Croix Falls. If you want a no-obligation drone inspection of your Hudson roof, siding, and gutters, call (612) 750-6051 or request one online — we typically schedule within 48 hours and we'll tell you honestly what we find.

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